The Western Chakhesang Hoho (WCH) has condemned the horrific rape and brutal murder of an innocent woman from Mhaikam Village, belonging to the Zeliangrong community.

“This abominable act is not only a grave crime against humanity but also a vile affront to the sacred values of Naga culture, which holds the dignity and sanctity of women in the highest regard. The sheer inhumanity of this crime has shaken the conscience of every right-thinking citizen, and we demand that the perpetrators be brought to justice without delay,” stated the WCH in a press release issued on April 8.

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It called upon all upright citizens and civil society organizations to rise in unison and condemn the heinous crime in the strongest terms.

The WCH also extended its unwavering solidarity with the Zeliangrong community, the bereaved family, and all organizations tirelessly pursuing justice for the victim. It urged the law enforcement agencies and all relevant authorities, to act with utmost urgency to apprehend the culprits at the earliest.

“The perpetrators must face the full force of the law, and stringent punishment must be meted out to send an unequivocal message that such crimes will not be tolerated in Nagaland. Let this be the last such incident in our land. Silence in the face of such brutality is complicity, and we must collectively ensure that justice is served,” expressed the Hoho.